Germany's Battle with Climate Activists: Denials and Raids.

Last Generation environmental activists in Germany have been raided by police, sparking a debate on the rights of peaceful demonstrators versus the needs of commuters and emergency services. The country's powerful auto industry and debates over pedestrianising roads have led to a culture war, with both sides becoming more radical. Last Generation activists have been gluing themselves to roads and vehicles to block traffic, demanding a 100 km/h speed limit on motorways, a €9 public transport monthly ticket, and a citizens' council to plan how to scrap fossil fuels by 2030. The UK's Just Stop Oil group uses similar tactics but has different demands. Germany's experience of dictatorship means the right to protest is sacrosanct, with activists typically receiving fines rather than prison sentences.